At ACES Fundraising, our mission is rooted in the belief that every child should have access to opportunities that help them learn, grow, and thrive. Too many families face obstacles that prevent participation in educational enrichment, youth programs, arts activities, sports programs, mentorship opportunities, and other experiences that positively shape a child’s future.
ACES Fundraising was created to help remove those barriers by connecting community support with meaningful action. We accomplish this through organized volunteer initiatives, fundraising partnerships with local businesses and venues, charitable grants, and community engagement efforts that directly support youth development.
Our volunteers give their time and service to community partners and events, generating resources that are reinvested into youth and family support initiatives. Through these efforts, we seek to create pathways for children to access all available opportunities.
We are committed to operating with integrity, accountability, transparency, and inclusion while building partnerships that strengthen communities and create lasting impact. We believe that investing in children today creates stronger families, stronger communities, and a stronger future for everyone.
Vision Statement
ACES Fundraising envisions communities where every child has equitable access to educational, developmental, recreational, and enrichment opportunities that allow them to discover their potential and succeed.
Core Values
- Opportunity: Every child deserves access to experiences that encourage growth and success.
- Community: Lasting change is created through partnerships and service.
- Integrity: We operate with honesty, transparency, and accountability.
- Service: Volunteerism and giving back strengthen communities.
- Empowerment: We support youth and families in achieving long-term success.
- Inclusion: We strive to remove barriers and expand access for all.
Meet our board
Meet our board
The people that make this all work.
Jeremy Stanaway
Board Chair
Jeremy is committed to creating opportunities that strengthen communities through service, teamwork, and meaningful volunteer experiences. With a passion for helping others and building connections, Jeremy's vision of creating an organization that brings people together while supporting local initiatives and community partnerships.
Jeremy believes that strong communities are built through collaboration and that every individual has the ability to make a positive impact. Through ACES Fundraising, he focuses on developing volunteer opportunities, building relationships with event partners and organizations, and creating an environment where people can serve with purpose.
His goal is to continue growing ACES Fundraising into an organization recognized for integrity, service, leadership, and dedication to the communities it supports.
Jolene Richards
Treasurer
Jolene serves as a valued member of the ACES Fundraising leadership team and is dedicated to supporting the organization’s mission of strengthening communities through volunteer service and fundraising initiatives. She brings a passion for helping others, building relationships, and creating positive experiences for volunteers and community partners.
Through her role with ACES Fundraising, Jolene works to help support organizational growth, encourage community engagement, and ensure volunteers and partners feel welcomed and valued. She believes in the importance of teamwork, service, and creating opportunities that make a meaningful impact.
Jolene is proud to be part of an organization focused on making a difference and helping build stronger communities through service and collaboration.
Raquel Zamorano
Secretary
Raquel serves as a dedicated member of the ACES Fundraising team and is passionate about supporting the organization’s mission of creating opportunities through volunteer service, community engagement, and fundraising partnerships. She is committed to helping build meaningful connections and creating positive experiences for volunteers, partners, and the communities ACES serves.
In her role, Raquel contributes to the growth and success of the organization by supporting initiatives that encourage teamwork, leadership, and community involvement. She believes that bringing people together through service creates lasting impact and strengthens the communities around us.
Raquel is proud to be part of ACES Fundraising and helping advance a mission centered on service, opportunity, and making a difference.